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Kirkwood Pulse • May 04, 2026

Autogenerated on Monday, May 04, 2026 at 12:34 UTC • 8 stories from the last 36 hours.

Kirkwood Pulse • May 04, 2026

Kirkwood Public Library is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026 with events including an author fair, a library card design contest, and a planned December birthday celebration, highlighting its century-long role as a vital community resource and gathering place in Kirkwood. At Robinson Elementary, teacher assistant Conner Westermayer saved a choking student by promptly administering the Heimlich maneuver, highlighting the importance of CPR and first aid training provided by the Kirkwood School District to ensure student safety during emergencies. Kirkwood School District became the first in St. Louis County to earn the Heart Safe School District designation by implementing a comprehensive Cardiac Emergency Response Plan, including emergency drills and staff training, enhancing student safety and meeting upcoming Missouri state requirements.

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Stories worth a look

  • Bookmarking A Milestone (Webster-Kirkwood Times – News) — Kirkwood Public Library is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026 with events including an author fair, a library card design contest, and a planned December birthday celebration, highlighting its century-long role as a vital community resource and gathering place in Kirkwood. Impact: Impact unclear based on automatically extracted text. Sentiment: neutral (0) Priority: medium Read more
  • Robinson Teacher Assistant “Mr. W.” Saves Student From Choking (Webster-Kirkwood Times – News) — At Robinson Elementary, teacher assistant Conner Westermayer saved a choking student by promptly administering the Heimlich maneuver, highlighting the importance of CPR and first aid training provided by the Kirkwood School District to ensure student safety during emergencies. Impact: Impact unclear based on automatically extracted text. Sentiment: neutral (0) Priority: medium Read more
  • Kirkwood Schools Set Standard With Heart Safe Designation (Webster-Kirkwood Times – News) — Kirkwood School District became the first in St. Louis County to earn the Heart Safe School District designation by implementing a comprehensive Cardiac Emergency Response Plan, including emergency drills and staff training, enhancing student safety and meeting upcoming Missouri state requirements. Impact: Impact unclear based on automatically extracted text. Sentiment: neutral (0) Priority: medium Read more
  • Revised Tree Code Aims To Re-Leaf Urban Canopy (Webster-Kirkwood Times – News) — Kirkwood has enacted a revised tree code to protect and expand its urban canopy by designating large trees as Heritage Trees, requiring permits for tree removal during development, and empowering the city forester to plant trees on public land, supporting local environmental health and community beautification. Impact: Impact unclear based on automatically extracted text. Sentiment: neutral (0) Priority: medium Read more
  • “They Take Good Care Of Us” (Webster-Kirkwood Times – News) — Concordia House in Kirkwood highlights staff members Ashley and Cortez for their exceptional care and community-building efforts, enhancing the quality of life for its 76 residents through organized activities, personalized attention, and prompt maintenance support, fostering a strong sense of family and belonging locally. Impact: Impact unclear based on automatically extracted text. Sentiment: neutral (0) Priority: medium Read more
  • Pool Company Files Suit Against City (Webster-Kirkwood Times – News) — Westport Pools, LLC has sued Webster Groves for $636,235.38 over alleged contract breaches related to delays and unpaid work on the new $12.1 million municipal water park, which is part of the voter-approved Prop W initiative. The city maintains it has fulfilled its obligations and is withholding final payment until project completion. Impact: Impact unclear based on automatically extracted text. Sentiment: neutral (0) Priority: medium Read more
  • Board Hears Overview Of Frick Forum Class (Webster-Kirkwood Times – News) — Webster Groves High School's Frick Center for Civic Engagement completed a successful pilot year, offering juniors and seniors real-world experience through internships and projects addressing local issues like student drug use, enhancing civic understanding and career exploration. The program's growth signals expanded civic education across district school… Impact: Impact unclear based on automatically extracted text. Sentiment: neutral (0) Priority: medium Read more
  • Area Crime Reports – Published May 1, 2026 (Webster-Kirkwood Times – News) — Multiple thefts at West County Center led to arrests in Des Peres, while Glendale collected 225 pounds of unused drugs during National Drug Take Back Day. Kirkwood saw catalytic converter theft and credit card fraud investigations, and Shrewsbury police made several arrests for driving without licenses and shoplifting, highlighting ongoing local crime and l… Impact: Impact unclear based on automatically extracted text. Sentiment: neutral (0) Priority: medium Read more

Keep an eye on Bookmarking A Milestone from Webster-Kirkwood Times – News.

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